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American Football

The Never-ending Agony of Being a Jets Fan

Few things in American sports are worse than being a Jets fan on Super Bowl weekend. This year is worse than usual.

February 7, 2026

Boys Like Me Need Protection from Sports Betting

We used to watch football because it was fun. Now it’s just a series of parlays and live bets.

February 6, 2026

Raphael Shrier

The ‘Dirty Jew’ Ad Is Bad for Jews

We need to stop with the victimization, not make a $15 million Super Bowl ad about it.

February 6, 2026

Letters to the Editor: Is the National Endowment for Democracy Worth Saving?

Eli Lake and Ben Domenech debate. Plus: Robert Kraft writes in, and more.

February 18, 2025

How to Be Hated: A Patriots Fan’s Advice to Chiefs Nation

As Mahomes and company try for a historic three-peat, Joe Nocera explains how to handle all the winning.

February 9, 2025

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